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Containerization and Vietnam
- Containerization solved logistical problems in the Vietnam War.
- Sea-Land, the first container shipping line, set up a system to ship cargo to Vietnam.
Original Cranes
- The original cranes used for containerization in Oakland still stand.
- They showcase the system's origins: boom, legs, spreader, and operator cab.
Containerization's Impact
- Containerization revolutionized global trade.
- It enabled efficient movement of goods from cheaper labor markets to wealthier consumer markets.